Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager Supporting our Owatonna Location As the Senior Accounting Manager, you will lead manufacturing cost accounting activities while supporting broader accounting and financial reporting functions. You'll work closely with operations leaders to provide insights that improve business performance, ensure financial accuracy, and support growth initiatives. What the role involves: Developing and maintaining labor and overhead rates used in standard costing Monitoring and updating raw material standard costs Establishing standard costs for newly created products and parts Analyzing manufacturing operations, inventory, overhead, product costs, and profitability Leading month-end close activities and investigating financial variances Managing inventory reserves and inventory valuation processes Leading cycle count programs and year-end physical inventories Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and cost of goods sold analysis Supporting capital expenditure projects and fixed asset tracking Preparing financial reports and providing recommendations to management Overseeing Staff Accountant responsibilities, including cash receipts and accounts payable functions Supporting external audits and compliance activities Who This Role Is a Good Fit For You may be a strong fit if you: Enjoy analyzing data and turning financial results into actionable business insights Thrive in a manufacturing environment where you can see the impact of your work Have a strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and operational finance Are comfortable partnering with leaders across operations and finance Enjoy leading projects, improving processes, and mentoring team members Are detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture business perspective What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment Previous Cost Accounting experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into operational recommendations What We Offer Opportunity to partner directly with plant and business leaders Competitive compensation and benefits package Leadership opportunities within a growing organization Exposure to strategic financial planning and operational decision-making A collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and business success About Duraco Specialty Materials Duraco Specialty Materials provides innovative specialty materials and adhesive solutions serving customers across a variety of industries. We value collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement while creating opportunities for our employees to grow and develop their careers. #J-18808-Ljbffr